Jazz Singers for Hire in Leicester

Q: How much do jazz singers cost in Leicester?

Hiring jazz singers typically costs between £110 and £1,050+, with an average of £350. Rates depend on the singer's experience, performance duration and whether the vocalist performs with a live band, backing tracks or as part of a duo. Jazz singers are a popular choice for drinks receptions, corporate dinners and evening entertainment.

Q: What styles do jazz singers perform?

The jazz singers perform a range of vocal jazz styles including classic standards, swing, bossa nova, soul-jazz, jazz-pop crossover and Rat Pack-inspired sets. Many jazz singers have a wide repertoire that spans several decades of popular and jazz music.

Q: What events suit a jazz vocalist?

Hiring jazz singers is ideal for wedding receptions, cocktail hours, corporate events, gala dinners, private parties and restaurant entertainment. A jazz vocalist brings warmth, personality and sophistication to any occasion.

Q: Do jazz singers perform with a live band?

Many jazz singers perform with a live accompanist (usually piano or guitar), a small jazz combo or a full band. Some also offer performances with professional backing tracks. A live band provides the most authentic jazz experience. It is worth checking each singer's available formats.

Q: Can jazz singers learn specific songs?

Most jazz singers are happy to learn specific songs for special moments such as a first dance. Jazz singers are often skilled at arranging well-known songs in a jazz style. It is advisable to make song requests in advance to allow time for preparation.

Q: Will a jazz singer perform during the ceremony as well as the reception?

Ceremony singing is less common than reception work, since the repertoire is different, but many singers will cover both where the timings allow. Drinks receptions, the meal and the evening are the usual slots, and they are often quoted as one booking rather than separately. Agreeing which parts of the day are covered at the enquiry stage avoids paying for gaps in between.

Q: Do jazz singers work at smaller private events?

Small private events are common bookings, and a singer with one musician suits a room where a full group would overwhelm the space. Many performers scale the same set down for a private dining room and up for a larger function. Venue limits on volume or space are worth mentioning early, as they usually decide the format rather than the repertoire.

Q: Are jazz singers suitable for background music during dinner?

Dinner sets are a standard part of the work, pitched at a level that lets conversation carry rather than as a featured performance. The same singer will often lift the set afterwards, when the room is ready to listen or dance. Saying which parts of the evening are background and which are the focus shapes how the sets are built.

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Q: How far in advance do we need to book?

Booking as early as possible increases the chance of securing your supplier's availability on your event date, particularly during busy times of the year. However, many suppliers also accept last minute bookings, and we have successfully arranged bookings for clients with just a few hours' notice.

Browse 648 jazz singers in Leicester, England, United Kingdom, rated 5 out of 5 with 1,680 reviews from real clients. Find solo performers, duos and vocalists with live bands for your wedding, party or event, with prices from £110, averaging £350.

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Rates for jazz singers in Leicester typically range from about £110 for a solo vocalist up to £1,050+ for a singer with a full live band, with the average booking around £350. Pricing reflects set length, the number of musicians, travel, and whether full sound equipment is included. Midweek dates and off-peak months usually offer better availability and rates. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 437 enquiries for Jazz Singers at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 20 October 2026.

Most requested for

Private events

31% of enquiries, with birthday parties next at 23%

Typical first reply

Within six hours

62% of enquiries get a reply within a day

How early people enquire

About six weeks

39% enquire less than a month before the event

Busiest months

May to August

51% of events take place in these months

How far suppliers travel

About 30 miles

For the 90% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Jazz Singers available in Leicester

5/5 from 1,680 reviews

Elise Pelo & Nadia Mair "Yuko is a brilliant, charismatic musician. During our collaboration at Dronfield Music Tuition and Sheffield Teaching Hospitals I admired her proactiveness, organisational skills and most importantly her reliability as a team member. She is a very talented pianist and instrumental tutor and her maturity is evident." Based in Heanor, England (28 miles from Leicester) Antigoni A - Hospital Performances

Eclectic Fusion duo "The singer is something else amazing powerful vocals the piano player is also fantastic bringing energy to it." Based in Northampton, England (29 miles from Leicester) Marie - Dfk events

Evie Ingles "I booked Evie as a wedding surprise for my husband and family, and she was spectacular! She even travelled all the way to Buxton for our special day. Nobody else knew I had booked her, as she worked closely and secretly with just me ahead of time to plan the perfect surprise. Together, we custom-curated a setlist of songs that are incredibly close to our hearts. This required her to learn music she had never even heard of before, including a beautiful version of our first dance and the song from my in-laws' own wedding first dance. This made the performance deeply personal to us. Her performance, combining gorgeous singing with solo sax segments, was a massive hit and got everyone dancing. We received so many compliments from our guests, and she helped create a truly special memory for our family. We all loved her!" Based in Birmingham, England (34 miles from Leicester) 27th September 2026 Ayesha K - Private wedding

She Sings Jazz "Hi Lynette Just a note to say so many thanks for singing so beautifully at our Church Fete. It was really inspirational to hear you and your song choices were really appropriate to the setting. We really appreciate you taking the time to come along and share your wonderful talent with us. Your performance helped make the day extra special, and everyone thoroughly enjoyed listening to you sing. Your enthusiasm and talent added such a lovely atmosphere to the event. Thank you once again for supporting our fete and helping to make it such a memorable occasion. We are very grateful for your generosity with your time." Based in Peterborough, England (37 miles from Leicester) 16th September 2026 David S - Church Fete

Melissa Hollick - Vintage Singer "Melissa is a regular entertainer at our home and has been for the last four years. The residents really enjoy her choice in music and appreciate her wonderful voice. We always have a lot of dancing and singing along when Melissa performs for us." Based in Stratford-upon-Avon, England (39 miles from Leicester) Pauline - Birmingham Retirement Home

Miz Terrell "Miz performed with out band when our singer was out for a gig and she did the gig very well, she was very engaging to the audience and sounded great. Not all of the set we had suited her style but we were able to adjust and play songs that suited her. Miz Terrell is a good singer and performer." Based in Dudley, England (41 miles from Leicester) 6th April 2026 Julian Powell - Midnight Crossing (Band)

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